Friday, April 24, 2009

Dating Spices

When I buy something that is going to lose its pungency over time --herbs, spices and salad dressings -- I use a permanent marker to writethe date I opened it on the lid. Now I know how long it's been sittingin the pantry or refrigerator, and I don't run the risk of replacingit sooner than necessary or keeping it too long. -- Gina G., e-mail